Tuberous Jerusalem sage (Phlomis tuberosa)

Family: Lamiaceae or Labiatae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Phlomis tuberosa is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Rich in starch but with a somewhat bitter flavour. — Rich in starch but with a somewhat bitter flavour.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry rocky ground amongst herbaceous vegetation. Wet grasslands and valleys at elevations of 1200 - 2100 metres in northern China. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)